Partnerships & Community Engagement Volunteer

Volunteer Centre of Calgary; Calgary; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Volunteer Centre of Calgary is seeking a Partnerships & Community Engagement Volunteer for a flexible remote role requiring excellent communication skills and a commitment to community engagement. The volunteer will assist with outreach, maintain partnerships, and gain hands-on experience in nonprofit engagement while receiving supportive mentorship and training throughout the commitment. Incentives include training opportunities and a certificate upon completion.

Benefits

Certificate of completion

Letter of recommendation

Gift card upon completion

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Professional, reliable, and self-motivated candidates preferred.
• Experience in community work or social services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and reach out to community organizations for collaboration.
• Build and maintain a partnership tracking database.
• Draft outreach emails with support from the Business Manager.

Skills

Counselling

Evaluating

HR Management

Marketing

Mentoring

Office Administration

Project Management

Secretary

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education in social work, communications, marketing, or public relations

Tools

Google Docs

Excel

Airtable

Job description

Skills required Counselling Evaluating HR Management Marketing Mentoring Office Administration Project Management Secretary

Requirements:

• Interview
• Other
• References
• Resume

Also required for this position: Cover Letter: A brief statement explaining why you're interested in volunteering with CareBridge Documentation and how you can contribute to the role.Availability: Indicate your preferred volunteer hours and commitment to the role.Applications can be sent to [e-mail].

Languages Needed:

• Work remotely
• Good for groups
• Good for youth
• Accessible by public transit

Partnerships & Community Engagement Volunteer

Hours: Flexible (5–10 hrs/week recommended)Location: Remote (within Canada preferred)Duration: Minimum 3 months commitmentIncentives: Certificate of completion, Letter of recommendation, and Gift card of choice upon completionPotential for Paid Contract: Strong performers may be considered for a paid part-time or project-based contract Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify and reach out to potential community organizations, nonprofits, agencies, and local services for collaborationBuild and maintain a partnership tracking databaseDraft and send outreach emails with support from the Business ManagerAttend virtual meetings with potential partners as neededAssist with developing partnership materials (intro letters, MOUs, follow-up templates)Represent CareBridge professionally with a focus on empathy, equity, and impact Ideal CandidateExcellent verbal and written communication skillsProfessional, reliable, and self-motivatedBackground in community work, social services, outreach, or nonprofit engagementComfortable using email, Google Docs, Excel or AirtablePassionate about creating impact and building strong community ties How to ApplyInterested candidates can email [e-mail] with a short message outlining:1) Why are you interested2) Relevant experience or skills3) Their general availability

Is there any training involved?Yes, volunteers will receive 4 to 8 hours of training covering CareBridge's mission, communication best practices, documentation processes, and using relevant tools.What can the Volunteer expect?Volunteers will assist with outreach, make calls, follow up with clients and partners, and gain hands-on experience in social services. They will be mentored by staff and supported throughout the role, with flexibility and ongoing guidance.

Certification or Education Required

Education & Certifications:A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required.Post-secondary education in social work, communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field is an asset but not mandatory.Certifications in community engagement, marketing, or volunteer management are a bonus (e.g., Google Marketing certifications, HubSpot certifications, etc.).

Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?

Gain valuable experience in outreach and community engagement.Build your professional network and enhance your interpersonal skills.Receive a certificate of completion, a letter of recommendation, and a gift card as a token of appreciation.Be part of a passionate team making a difference in the community.